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KC_Prelude 04-07-2004 02:13 PM

Mazdaspeed RX-8 in SPEED magazine
 
Im not sure if this has been posted already sorry if it has. There is an article in a new magazine called SPEED which is by the makers of Road and Track. It compares the mazdaspeed Rx-8 to a nismo 350z. The rest of the mag is pretty good too with info on the MR EVO and a comparison test of sporty FWD cars like the srt-4, sentra, celica, etc. I believe this is the first issue of the magazine.

ranger4277 04-07-2004 08:46 PM

And you're not going to give us details!? What did they say about the mazdaspeed?

Feel free to scan it in...... right..... about..... now.

JmurphRx8 04-07-2004 10:31 PM

basicly they've improved the handling, suspension and increased the power only to 250 by adding a new lightweight carbonfiber flywheel, new exhaust, and a slightly refined intake system "bump"...it says it'll still have about the same 0-60 and 1/4 times because the added hp makes up for the weight of the bodykit and spoiler..."Major engine tweaks are still to come. According to rumors, Mazdaspeed is working on a supercharged version of the RX8"....and im sure your aware of the interior differences such as carbon fiber trim and a gauge pod where the Navi system is...

rx8spiritR 04-08-2004 02:49 AM

well, the article is comparing the Nismo Z and the MS 8, and it said both car are great and give it a tie. I don't see anything saying there will be a supercharged 8. I think the 8 and the z can not compare due to power and style. Z wins, i don't wanna say this but yes, the rx8 can not compare with a z, that's the fact.

Tinkerer 04-08-2004 06:34 AM

Gee I guess once everyone reads your post they'll have to shut the RX-8 production line down!

The fact is some us (hand raised) looked at the Z before the RX-8 and you know what? MY facts say the RX-8 has it all over the Z -- I had near zero interest in the Z AFTER looking at it. That's the fact... Do you own an 8 or a Z?

RobDickinson 04-08-2004 07:21 AM


Originally posted by rx8spiritR
I think the 8 and the z can not compare due to power and style. Z wins, i don't wanna say this but yes, the rx8 can not compare with a z, that's the fact.
What r u smoking?

It can and does compare with the Z, style wise IMO the z is pig ugly.

And on performance (which isnt BHP, thtas just a meaningless number) the 8 is every bit as good as the Z (as seen round top gears test track) and thats with a more compliant suspension, the Z has to have uprated brakes and a far stiffer sispension because its essentialy compromised in handling.

Kain 04-08-2004 07:29 AM

thanx for your 7th post rx8spiritR!!!! now what could lucky number 8 be>? .................................................. . .hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

JmurphRx8 04-08-2004 10:52 AM

actually it does say something about the supercharger...if you have to article then open up your eyes on the first page of it under POWER second line down "According to rumors, Mazdaspeed is working on a supercharged version of the RX-8" you think i just pulled that quote out of the air???

xenomorph 04-08-2004 11:05 PM

you can... compare z n rx8 ... but the rx-8 is slower than 350z... i am a Rotary fan... but the RX-8 and Z can be compared but the 8 will lose when it comes to power...

Suspension... weight... style... all that shyt RX-8 wins... all it needs is another rotor... or wider rotors...to generate more power...

XDEEDUBBX 04-08-2004 11:38 PM

okay kids...no more comparison arguments..it will never end!!.. but remember..this is a RX8 FORUM....!!!

KC_Prelude 04-09-2004 01:09 AM

The bottom line is if you put any kind of power adder on an RX-8 it will negate any possible advantages of the Z (and a lot of other cars). I can't wait to see a FI RX-8.

Jercs02 04-14-2004 02:07 PM

350 isn't worth the time to talk about
 
the 350 is more expensive, and less pimp, i mean look at the 8
it's amazing

AaronElCampeon 04-23-2004 11:34 AM

Where can I buy this magazine. I really want to subscibe to it.

RX-Nut 04-23-2004 03:23 PM

a factory Turbo, or factory S/C.. really.. every dealer I go to tells me different.. one says hey a turbo version is coming.. one says hey a s/c version is coming...

argh.. No one really knows..

However what I do care about is.. IF one does come out, will existing owners be able to get a dealer to install the new equip AND be under warranty.. (since it should be a genuine Mazda thing..)

AaronElCampeon 04-26-2004 11:38 AM

Just bought the mag, cost me $5, but it was well worth it.

I liked it so much that I'll actually subscribe to it. (It will be the only car mag I ever subscribed to). I usually see all of the other stuff on caranddriver.com, motortrend.com, roadandtrack.com, and automobilemag.com.

If its available for free online, why pay for it!

NoPiston4Me 04-26-2004 11:56 PM


a factory Turbo, or factory S/C.. really.. every dealer I go to tells me different.. one says hey a turbo version is coming.. one says hey a s/c version is coming...
yeah, what is goin on with that? the mazda dealership that i went to didn't even know anything about the MS RX8, and sure didn't know anything about a turbo or s/c version. if anyone knows anything, please post.

LeMans1991 04-27-2004 05:06 PM

You are gonna have to wait till next Spring before a MazdaSpeed version of the RX-8 comes out. In fact, my sources at Mazda North America are telling me that a MazdaSpeed version of the Mazda 6 will be coming out first, with all-wheel drive and 280 horsepower.

The wait . . . tells me that Mazda must be doing some heavy-duty tinkering with the Rotary engine. Perhaps a larger displacement engine will come out, with perhaps another rotor or two. Maybe even a supercharger. I'm hearing power pushing 350 HP.

Stay tuned!

alp 05-05-2004 12:44 PM

Sounds awesome. I'm really looking forward to a hydrogen powered rotary engine. It'll be interesting to see the kind of power it makes.

bkern 05-05-2004 12:51 PM

Ok the above post was supposed to be me.... I have no idea who alp is or how I posted under his name. That's strange.......

KC_Prelude 05-05-2004 02:30 PM

The guy giving the RX-8 aftermarket seminar at rotary revolution confirmed that there will be superchargers and ECU tuning to go with it available by this time next year for the 8. He also basically confirmed the new RX-7 and said that he beilieves it will have a larger displacement version of the renesis. I'll take either!

mikeb 05-05-2004 05:14 PM

I hope thats true ^^^^

MichRX7 05-05-2004 06:45 PM


Originally posted by KC_Prelude
The guy giving the RX-8 aftermarket seminar at rotary revolution confirmed that there will be superchargers and ECU tuning to go with it available by this time next year for the 8. He also basically confirmed the new RX-7 and said that he beilieves it will have a larger displacement version of the renesis. I'll take either!
That was Chris Ott speaking. He runs Rotary Performance down in TX. I'd let him do anything he wanted to any of my rotaries.

Of course I told him I was hoping for both in the new 7. ;)

KC_Prelude 05-25-2004 01:05 PM


Originally posted by MichRX7
That was Chris Ott speaking. He runs Rotary Performance down in TX. I'd let him do anything he wanted to any of my rotaries.

Of course I told him I was hoping for both in the new 7. ;)

He also said that he uses 87 octane in his car so now I don't know what to think about the octane debate.

Butt Dyno 05-26-2004 01:47 AM


Originally posted by KC_Prelude
The bottom line is if you put any kind of power adder on an RX-8 it will negate any possible advantages of the Z (and a lot of other cars). I can't wait to see a FI RX-8.
The 8 owner can add power, the Z owner can buy springs/coilovers, same damn thing..

I also would like to see one with FI though

john

HiTMaNN 05-26-2004 03:03 AM

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HollywoodHall 05-27-2004 10:59 AM

WHO GIVES A RATS ANUS ABOUT THE Z. SERIOUSLY. I HONESTLY WENT OUT LOOKING TO BUY MY NEXT CAR WITHOUT BIAS. AND NO PREFERENCE TOWARDS ANYTHING. AFTER DRIVING AND TESTING MY CARS.... I.E. AUDI TT. 350Z.RX8.S2000. .... THE RX8. HANDS DOWN WAS THE ONE AND ONLY CHOICE. HONESTLY WITH THE BEAUTY, THE SLEEK LINES, AND THE HISTORY OF ROTARY POWER MADE THIS A NO BRAINER. I AN THE PROUD OWNER OF A BRILLIANT BLACK RX8 GT. AND ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT..... THE BEST THING IS WATCHING THE PEOPLE IN THE 350 Z, INFINITI G35 STARING AT MY CAR WHEN I DRIVE BY... THEIR LOSE.... HAHA

downshift 05-27-2004 06:26 PM

Enjoy :)
 
Bought the mag. Presentation and the pictures are nicely layed out. They certainly captured the best angles to look at for the MS RX-8. Time will tell how good the content is. I'd like to see articles like driving techniques, how suspension works, etc. I'm looking forward to their next issue.

downshift 05-27-2004 06:27 PM

page 2 of 5
 
Sweet:

downshift 05-27-2004 06:28 PM

page 3 of 5
 
Power category goes to the Nismo. Tie on handling...

downshift 05-27-2004 06:29 PM

page 4 of 5
 
Civility goes to the Mazdaspeed...

downshift 05-27-2004 06:30 PM

page 5 of 5
 
Tie on styling and overall...

downshift 05-27-2004 06:35 PM

A closeup of the stats panel for the magazine racers/stats freaks...

downshift 05-27-2004 06:40 PM

Advice for Nismo: Drop those flamboyant stickers.

Damn, the Mazdaspeed RX-8 looks hot. Call me a fanboy, but the Nismo looks drab when sitting next to the Mazdaspeed.

mikeb 05-27-2004 07:40 PM

thanks for the pics


I cant believe it was a TIE in handling

KC_Prelude 05-27-2004 09:39 PM

They listed the Z as mid-engine? Z's are bland, heavy and BORING.

Rotary Soul 05-28-2004 03:57 AM

please, let's stop comparing these cars before people start making dumb arguments. oops, too late. if any of you think one car is inherently superior to the other, then i guess you see something that i don't.

Maximus 05-29-2004 12:45 AM

after reading never ending 8 vs Z arguments i test drove a Z (MT of course). Nice ride...but...i was so glad to drive off in my 8 :)

fietguy 05-31-2004 01:37 AM

me too, i test drove the Z before the eight....i could have easily bought either...

guess which one im driving now?

SRT-4owns 06-01-2004 02:47 AM

My friend owns a 300 ZX, and he thinks the 350Z is dumb. It's way overrated according to him. It does look pretty though, prettier than his car, and WAY prettier than mine (SRT-4). The RX-8, however, is so pretty its rediculous. I think it is such a beautiful car. Props to you Rx-8 owners for picking great looking cars.

KC_Prelude 06-01-2004 11:19 AM

Beauty before torque...


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